Caution: All the characters and stories are not in any way a negative nod or discriminate any country, race, religion and culture. This is however a reflection of the harsh life of reality, the negative events and taboo that is in this real world.
This fiction is set after season 2.
"Previously on Heroes" – Mohinder Suresh
Seemingly random strangers from all over the world discovered that they could do extraordinary things. Fadily have been having weird dreams about "saving the world", causing him to be late for school, Samantha, whose wounds heal instantly; an old Malay healer from Malaysia; an Indonesian terrorist who has the ability to survive an explosion; Alex Goh, a teen so mischievous that he evens dares to manipulate electricity; and a transit officer who flies to save a woman from certain death. Can the cover organization of the company, Daedalus Engineering, keep track of these humans? More will be revealed.
H E R O E S
T H E S E Q U E L
CHAPTER TWO
"THE COMPANY"
Narrated by Robert Bishop
The Company was formed thirty years ago with a group of like-minded individuals, ordinary men and women who were gifted with extraordinary powers. They wanted to help their own, to find them and to protect them. We find people, and we make sure they don't become dangerous. That can mean making sure they understand entirely what they're capable of and teaching them to use their abilities for the good of mankind.
And sometimes it can mean eliminating them...
NOAH BENNET AND ROBERT BISHOP
PRIMATECH RESEARCH, HARTSDALE
"I'm glad you have decided to return to us, Noah." Bob spoke as he wiped his glasses with a tissue. Robert Bishop and Noah Bennet were in Robert's office, discussing about Noah's next assignment.
"It's not even my call. I'm doing this so that you will leave my family alone." Noah frowned and firmly responded.
Bob took a deep breath and wears his glasses before handing Noah a folder. "You are going to Singapore to meet up with the leader of the Company's international division."
Noah opened the folder and flipped through the pages, "I never knew the Company had an international division."
Bob stood up from his seat and walked towards the window. "In 1995, after most of the Company Founders separated, Daniel Linderman started the International Division. Nine special individuals were chosen from all over the world. They helped us to reach out to those with special abilities that the company alone cannot reach. The nine leaders were influenced by Linderman, his ideology, his plans. After his death, the division immediately cut ties with us as retribution for Linderman's death."
"What is the motive of this meeting?" Noah asked as he puts down the file.
"I have been hearing rumours that he the leaders are planning to revive Linderman's plan to 'heal the world'. Unfortunately, we have no hard evidence. You are to gain their trust and spy on them."
"I thought this company wanted to kill those who don't deserve their powers?"
Bob smiled, "Ever since I'm in charge of the Company, all that's changed now."
ITE COLLEGE CENTRAL
ANG MO KIO, SINGAPORE
The last class was over. After putting away his books at the locker, Fadily leaves the campus gates and waited for the bus at the bus stop. He noticed someone in the corner of his eye and his heart beats faster. He starts to get nervous as he sat on the edge of bench. Samantha was sitting on the other end of the bench. Looking around, she noticed Fadily sitting on the opposite side of where she was sitting.
"Fadily!" Samantha called out. Fadily gulped, he started sweating as Samantha goes over and sat next to him. "Didn't you hear me calling out to you?"
"Samantha? I didn't notice you. Sorry." He nervously shrugged. An SBS Transit Volvo B7LRE transit bus enters the bus bay and stops next to the bus stop.
"Well, here's my bus." Samantha let out a sweet smile and got off the bench, headed for the bus.
Just as she was about to step the entrance, Fadily got up from his seat and reached out his hand towards her. "Samantha, wait!"
Samantha turned to look at Fadily, who was shivering slightly. "Yes, Fadily?"
The bus driver sighed in a hasty manner. It was the moment of truth. Fadily took a deep breath and stammered, "I... I... was thinking, maybe if you're free... would you like to go out with me?"
Samantha was touched. Without a word, she smiled and nods her head to show that she accepted his offer. She tapped her smart card on the reader and goes to the back of the bus. The bus driver stuck out his tongue in disgust and closed the doors before driving off. Fadily was so delighted that he jumped for joy without taking any notice of the weird stares from strangers around him.
SAMANTHA'S APARTMENT
WOODLANDS, SINGAPORE
It was night time in Woodlands New Town, a public housing estate in northern Singapore. In one of the residential flats, Samantha was reading Chandra Suresh's Activating Evolution book in the comfort of her apartment. The door opens; it was her father, dressed smartly in a long-sleeve shirt and tie.
"Dad, you're working late today." Samantha exclaimed as she puts her book on the table.
"Yeah, I had to receive an award for rescuing a passenger who fell onto the tracks last evening." Andrew responded and sat next to her daughter.
"Wow! Did you get a medal?" She asked with that puppy-dog look.
Andrew chuckled, "Yup, and even better. I'm getting promoted to Senior Station Manager and getting a raise."
"Yeah, daddy!" Samantha cheered and hugged Andrew tightly. "Now I can get the bear I've always wanted."
"Samantha, you're too old for those."
Andrew looked at her daughter and Samantha did the same, just then, she puts on a serious look. "Daddy, can I tell you something?"
"Sure Sammy, what is it?" He smiled and fiddles her hair with his fingers.
"I know this sounds weird, but I think I have the ability to heal myself from any wound and cut..."
"Samantha, nonsense." Andrew shrugged and continued, "There's no such thing."
"But dad..."
"Look, I'm gonna freshen up for awhile. See you later honey." Andrew kissed his daughter on her forehead and went off to the bedroom. Samantha sighs in unhappiness.
SUNTEC CONVENTION CENTRE
SUNTEC CITY, SINGAPORE
A large crowd had gathered at the automobile show in hall six at the Suntec Convention Centre. A man in business attire wearing a modern pair of horned-rimmed glasses stepped on stage to give out a speech about global warming and the dangers of it. Next to him was a sedan covered in purple cloth.
"Good evening, ladies and gentlemen. Thank you all for coming. Global warming, a major worldwide problem; seventy percent of the world's air pollutions comes from the gases that internal-combustion engines produce. This will contribute to the greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, thus rising the temperature and eventually global warming gets worse. Scientists estimate that by 2040, temperatures will rise to forty-degrees Celsius, ice caps will melt and the island of Singapore will disappear from the face of this earth. But now we have found solutions. In our effort to combat global warming, Daedalus Engineering Company has developed technology to improve existing devices. Starting with the new launch of hydrogen powered internal-combustion engine. Ladies and Gentlemen, I present you the 2008 Daedalus Endeavour automobile."
The man pulled the purple cloth revealing a blue 2-door prototype sedan. The audience applaud in appreciation.
"The Endeavour was developed with NASA using technology from the space shuttle. With a newly developed hydrogen powered engine, the Endeavour emits zero-carbon monoxide and other harmful chemicals that can endanger the environment. I urge all of you to do your part to heal the world. Thank you for your time."
Later, the guests are invited for a reception. The man was speaking to some clients when Noah Bennet approached him.
"Hi, my name is Noah. We talked over the phone; I've been shortlisted to be a civil engineer."
"Ah, Noah Bennet is it? Nice to finally meet you. I'm Mohamed Farhan, president and CEO of Daedalus Engineering Company."
NOAH BENNET
BOAT QUAY, SINGAPORE CITY
It was the afternoon lunch hour. Office workers flood the restaurants and cafes along Boat Quay, a historic road along Singapore River. At one of the cafes, Noah Bennet was having coffee with the CEO of Daedalus Engineering Company, Mohamed Farhan.
"After some of the Company Founders got separated, the Company needed to monitor evolved humans from major parts of the world and in 1995, the Company International Division was initiated by Daniel Linderman. The division is led by the Company leaders, known as the Daedalus Nine. Since then, we have been monitoring evolved humans from Asia, Australia, Oceania, the Middle East, parts of Europe and Africa."
"So, why did you break ties with the Company in the United States?"
"Daniel's death was a tragic incident. The Daedalus Nine considered him a very important person, a mentor, a leader and a pioneer of the Company's International Division. His tragic death could be prevented. We have reason to believe that the founders wanted it to happen, and so we recently cut ties with the Company. Although the division is related to its North American counterpart, we have no affiliations with them ever since that tragic day."
Noah takes a sip of his Americano and Farhan continued, "I understand that you used to be an agent under Thompson. I heard a lot about you from him. A fiercely loyal company man who will do anything to get his assignment accomplished, but why after so many loyal years with Primatech, did you quit the Company?"
Noah looked up with his eyes glancing at Farhan's face. "I've lost my trust in the Company after Mr Linderman and Mr Thompson was killed."
"Ah, trust. It's such a funny thing. It could take years to gain trust, but mere minutes to lose it. Mr Bennet, I assure you that you will be taken care of under the Daedalus Nine. You will make a great addition to the team. So, can we count you in?"
Looking into Farhan's eyes, Noah nods his head and accepts the offer. "Welcome to the Company." Farhan said with a smile.
Noah and Farhan shook hands. It was official; Noah Bennet became an agent for the Company International Division.
SAMANTHA AND FADILY
EAST COAST BEACH, SINGAPORE
The sun was setting at East Coast Beach, a long beach covering the eastern southern stretch of Singapore. Thought it is their first date, Samantha and Fadily were already walking hand in hand along the empty sandy beach, away from the hustle and bustle of the Singaporean city life. After minutes of walking, they sat down on the water breaker and watched the sunset. Fadily was dressed simply in a white polo tee and slacks while Samantha wore a light blue tank top and black shorts with her hair tied in pigtails. Fadily couldn't keep her eyes off her, she was so beautiful.
"This is so romantic, Fadily. Thanks for bringing me here." Samantha placed her head on Fadily's shoulder.
Fadily was surprised by Samantha's gesture. He wondered, was it a sign that she had fallen for him? "Wow Samantha, I didn't expect that from you."
Samantha looked at him with a slight blush on her face that made him want her more. After minutes of gazing in each other's eyes, Samantha showed signs of affection and closed her eyes. Their faces got closer and closer and eventually their lips touched. That was the first kiss they had with each other. The dry kiss lasted for a few minutes before their faces repelled. For Fadily, though he felt a bit dizzy, it was a wonderful experience. He continued to gaze at Samantha's half-closed eyes.
"What's wrong Fadily?" Samantha asked as she got comfortable oh his shoulder.
"Err... Do you really like me?"
Samantha chuckled at Fadily's awkwardness. "You're not like the other guys at school. I guess I'm attracted to you a little..."
Fadily cut in, "You mean you like me, just a little?"
"No, silly!" Samantha punched playfully oh his arm. "After this date, I feel as if... I've fallen for you... And you were there to catch me..." There was a long pause. They gaze into each other's eyes once more.
"I love you, Fadily..." Samantha started to blush and rests her head on his shoulder once more. Fadily kissed Samantha on the forehead and they watch the sunset into the horizon. It was a beautiful sight indeed.
MAN SUPAR PERKASA
SOMEWHERE IN THE SINGAPORE STRAITS
It was 2am in the morning. A small tugboat was chugging quietly through the Singapore straits, heading in the direction of Pulau Senang, a small island 13 kilometres off the southern coast of mainland Singapore. Wanted terrorist Man Supar Perkasa and his accomplises were entering the Singaporean border illegally. Looking out into the dark sky, Man closed his eyes as the wind brushed into his face.
"Are you sure this is the safest way to enter Singapore?" One of the men asked Man.
Man turned to him, "I trust this man. He has been transporting illegal immigrants to and from Singapore for twenty years."
"So what's the plan when we get there?" Another man in the boat questioned.
"We are going to meet up with several contacts, and then we'll find a good time to blow up Raffles Place. We will bring the Republic down to its knees..."
Bright lights suddenly shone on the tugboat. Loud wails and sirens were heard. A large patrol vessel was heading towards them. Man and his crew began to panic. "This is the RSS Discovery of the Republic of Singapore Navy! You have illegally entered the Singapore straits! Raise your hands slowly and follow our commands."
"What happened?" Man asked the driver.
"I don't know!"
Officers from the Naval Diving Unit stormed the tugboat. Quickly, they pointed their rifles at the trespassers. "You're coming with us!"
ANDREW YANG
DADEALUS MEDICAL GROUP
Andrew Yang woke up in a daze. The last thing he remembered was going on his usual platform rounds. He looked all around the dark cold room he was in, it with medical equipment. He struggled to lift himself up from the bed, only to find out that his ankles and wrists are tied to it.
"Looks like our hero has awakened." a man in horned-rimmed glasses dressed in a business attire looked down upon him, it was Noah Bennet.
"I guess using his special abilities to save a life is not such a good idea, huh?" Another man in doctor's attire concluded.
"W... Who are you? What do you want with me? " Andrew nervously asked in a staggering manner.
"We just wanna help you, make sure you totally understand what your powers are capable of." The doctor replied.
"You know what I can do?" Andrew stammered in nervousness.
"We know a lot about you, Andrew Yang..." Noah replied.
TO BE CONTINUED